Flamom

Hello, I have always wanted to be a nurse. I am and always have been very determined to work in healthcare. I unfortunately was diagnosed with severe scoliosis at a very young age. I had the Harrington Rod surgery with placement of 2 rods because my vital organs were close to collapsing. I have not really thought about it being a problem too much because it is "normal" to me. I am 22 years old, with only one semester left and planning on applying to an RN program. I just recently saw that my school has a physical and health examination and began to wonder if this could be trouble for me. I am perfectly fine lifting and bending..I do it everyday with my daughter, dog, groceries,etc. That is not the problem. I am just worried that I might be turned down admittance because of my back, that some might see it as a risk or make assumptions. I have had surgery and plan to have the rods taken out as soon as I can. I was just wondering if anyone else has had a scoliosis correction surgery and been through the RN program and hiring process. It has always been my dream to work in the medical field and help people. I would be upset if that is not possible with my conditions, but I would like to know what to expect now. I have contacted my school and they will not give me a direct answer. If anyone has ANY info regarding this, please inform me! Thank you!